2004 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
